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Property Description
Beautiful Custom 2-Bedroom 2 Bath home located in Marion, NC, where timeless materials and custom details create a warm and inviting mountain-home atmosphere. From the moment you arrive, the custom-made pecky cypress front door makes a striking first impression and sets the tone for the quality found throughout the home. Inside, beautiful hickory flooring adds warmth, character, and durability, while the kitchen showcases rich alderwood cabinetry that provides a distinctive, natural look with plenty of warmth and charm. The exterior is equally impressive, featuring cypress siding that gives the home a distinctive character and natural beauty that blends beautifully with the surrounding Western North Carolina landscape. The property also features a workshop, providing excellent space for hobbies, woodworking, storage, or other projects. Enjoy the peaceful setting and privacy of being located at the end of a private road, while still being conveniently located in Marion and close to area shopping, dining, recreation, and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. This home offers the appeal of small-town living and is a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking for a home with quality craftsmanship, natural materials, and one-of-a-kind character. Custom details like these are hard to find-come see the craftsmanship for yourself! Shared Well agreement bk 1384 pg 537 and road maintenance bk 1384 pg 541 New Windows The washer and dryer are in the utility closet on the side porch. Tax card shows 1 bathroom- the home has 2- no permit found
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 196 Austin Dr
General
- Price: $269,900
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4426519
- Updated: 9/19/2026
- Added to Site: 25 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Wood, Other - See Remarks
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Main Level, Porch, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway
Location
- County: McDowell
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Shared Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Block, Wood, Other - See Remarks
- Roof: Metal
- Main/1st Level: 912 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1980
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
- Lot Features: Private, Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: No Restrictions
- Property ID: 079000194338 & 079000194517
- Lot Number: 1277/779
Listed by The Marion Agency LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 196 Austin Dr
School District:McDowell County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
West Marion Elementary School 820 Marler Road, Marion, NC 28752 | PK-6 | 2.7 mi |
West Mcdowell Junior High School 346 West Mc Dowell Junior High School Road, Marion, NC 28752 | 7-9 | 2.8 mi |
Mcdowell High School 600 McDowell High School Road, Marion, NC 28752 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Mcdowell Early Colle 54 College Drive, Marion, NC 28752 | 9-12 | 5.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 196 Austin Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2026
Listed
$269,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 196 Austin Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$488
—
$68,320
—
2024
$488
3%
$68,320
—
2023
$472
-1%
$68,320
1%
2022
$476
—
$67,840
—
2021
$476
—
$67,840
—
2019
$474
33%
$67,840
29%
2018
$357
6%
$52,650
—
2017
$337
—
$52,650
—
2016
$337
2%
$52,650
—
2015
$332
—
$52,650
—
2014
$332
2%
$52,650
—
2013
$327
—
$52,650
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 196 Austin Dr
196 Austin Drive, Marion, NC 28752 (MLS# 4426519) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 196 Austin Drive is currently listed for $269,900 and was received on September 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 196 Austin Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Marion? You can browse all Marion real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
